Infants (<1-year-old) and toddlers (1-3 years old) have lesser levels of melanin for protection, a thinner outer epidermal stratum corneum and a higher surface area/body mass ratio. (Paller et al., 2011)

All these factors make their skin more vulnerable to sun damage. Hence the AAP & FDA recommend keeping infants away from direct sunlight as much as possible during the first 6 months.

It is also recommended to use physical barriers as much as possible, like a hat and scarf, as widespread use of sunscreen could cause rashes or sensitisation. However whenever necessary in smaller and for sensitive areas of the body like the nose, tops of the ears, cheeks and shoulders, the AAP recommends the use of a barrier or mineral (inorganic) sunscreen containing Zinc Oxide or Titanium Dioxide. (American Academy of Pediatrics, 2021) As inorganic filters penetrate much lesser into the skin than organic filters, (Cross et al., 2007) combined with their visibility, ensures parents apply a more even layer on the skin too.

Oxybenzone, octinoxate, and other UV chemical filters have been linked to hormone disruption, including harming the proper function of the female hormones in animals, their fertility and the neurological development of their offspring. 

Exposure to oxybenzone during pregnancy was recently shown to damage neurons and affect the developing brain of the fetus in mice. Oxybenzone, homosalate, and other chemical filters were also shown to interfere with the functions of human sperm, and oxybenzone has been associated with lower testosterone levels in adolescent boys.

Aluminium - As an oxidant, the aluminium in sunscreen might contribute to oxidative damage in the skin, increasing the risk of cancer. One sunscreen that was analysed for aluminium concentration, a single application would provide 200mg of aluminium.

Zinc is a vital mineral needed in almost every cell of humans, plants, and animals. Globally around a third of people don't get enough Zinc, risking and/or increasing the possibility of serious disease.

Zinc Oxide is a miracle mineral that blocks the sun, heals wounds, boost the immune system, and regenerates skin.Zinc Oxide is a vital element for humans as it helps build up immunity and protection.

Zinc Oxide is Reef Safe

Our sunscreens are compliant with Palau Senate Bill No. 10-135, SD1, HD1, Thailand National Park Act B.E. 2562, and Hawaii Senate Bill NO. 2571 & Bill No. 132 SD2

Zinc Oxide is Pool Safe

Chemical UV filters of concern: Avobenzone, Octocrylene, 4-MBC, Octyl methoxycinnamate, Oxybenzone. "The relatively smaller volume of these pools compared to larger pools may increase the concentration of the UV filters in the pool and their potential interactions with materials of human origin (urine, sweat, cosmetics, skin cells, and hair) to the levels of toxicity concerns for children through the creation of disinfection by-products (DBP)."

Zinc Oxide is Pregnancy & Child Safe

The FDA's release published on 24/08/2021 stated "Infants are at greater risk than adults of sunscreen side effects".

Zinc oxide is considered safe for infants by the FDA and is even present at up to 40% in nappy rash creams. Therefore, if there is a situation where sun protection such as protective clothing or shade is not available the safest option for babies is a Natural Zinc based Sunscreen

Zinc Oxide Provides full spectrum coverage

"Of the available sunscreens only zinc oxide provides effective protection across the UV band range of 240 to 400 nm, covering UCV (240 to 280 nm), UVB (280-320nm), UVA 2 (320 to 340 nm), and UVA 1 (340 to 400 nm)."